Cancer Survivors Network - Comments for "I am becoming a werewolf"http://csn.cancer.org/node/135689
Comments for "I am becoming a werewolf"en-csnContradictory Advicehttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-1309098
<p>It seems that in this area, we can get contradictory advice. It makes it difficult to know what's the right decision to make -- let it be or do something about it. You can search the discussion boards here and get a mix of answers. You can talk with people you know and get contradictory answers.</p>
<p>Right now I am just letting it be, as it is very blonde (which I am not) and only shows up in bright lighting. I think that my hair is about the length yours is. When did you finish chemo? I finished mid-July. </p>
<p>It would maybe be encouraging if someone knew about how long it takes for the hair to disappear, those who say it will eventually disappear. </p>
<p>The good thing to know is that apparently this is a very common thing.</p>
Wed, 28 Nov 2012 02:25:36 +0000desertgirl947comment 1309098 at http://csn.cancer.orgHairy facehttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-1301150
<p>Oh, I thought it was just me! My eyebrows and eyelashes are back to normal and I have about an inch of hair on my head, but I have noticed in profile hair on my jawline. It is very light, but still.....I had the bright idea to use a scrubby thing to "exfoliate" and that actually did remove some of the fuzz, but it was somewhat painful. Is there something besides electrolysis (which I cannot afford) or Nair (which I have heard makes the hair come back more)? No mustache (yet) which I would have more or less expected. My father was Italian, and my aunts had mustaches, but not from cancer treatment. </p>
Sun, 04 Nov 2012 11:29:34 +0000deerellocomment 1301150 at http://csn.cancer.orgHow long did it take?http://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-1300991
<p>How long did it take for the excessive facial hair to disappear? </p>
Sat, 03 Nov 2012 21:24:12 +0000desertgirl947comment 1300991 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: I am becoming a werewolfhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-492481
<p>I thought I was the only one! My arms were getting wire-like black hairs on them. Black hairs were also growing on my chin right below my lip, and I looked like I had a mustash on my upper lip. My hair fell out some after chemo, but it was mostly eyebrows that I lost. I told my doctor that whatever he was giving me that made me looing like a man to stop it. It turns out I was getting Prednisone which has these kind of side effects. Prednisone is a steriod. So now I guess I am doomed to use Nair the rest of my life. I hope this helps. Also look up the drug you are using online to get side effedcts.<br />
Take care. martha</p>
Mon, 08 Mar 2004 20:08:40 +0000marthaccomment 492481 at http://csn.cancer.orgRe: I am becoming a werewolfhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-492480
<p>Hey all... I am new here and that is because I too was totally clueless about this "new hair" that I didn't have before chemo... so let me get this straight.. I had chemo..which made me loose my hair.. and now it is causing me to grow hair on the sides of my face???...Is this due to the Taxol?? Please send reply..thanks </p>
Sun, 07 Mar 2004 06:25:53 +0000CynKaycomment 492480 at http://csn.cancer.orgRE: I am becoming a werewolfhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-492479
<p>I had this happen when I was on tamoxifen. Several trips to an electrologist did the trick. It hurts a little, but after what we've been through, it's a piece of cake.</p>
Tue, 27 Mar 2001 04:44:05 +0000binskycomment 492479 at http://csn.cancer.orgRE: I am becoming a werewolfhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-492478
<p>It probably is underarm hair. I had all nodes removed &amp; I get underarm hair growing quite far round to the front now. They pull the skin about a bit to close the incision. Just be careful shaving or use a cream. Just another cross we have to bear!! Love Pam</p>
Mon, 26 Feb 2001 06:52:36 +0000pamtriggscomment 492478 at http://csn.cancer.orgRE: I am becoming a werewolfhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-492477
<p>You poor thing. I have to admit this was very funny, but also very freaky. I can't wait for my hair to grow in but now you've got me thinking. I have no advise for you other than check with your dr. See if he's heard of this before. I don't remember anyone on any of the cancer sites have this problem. Good Luck, I'm sure there's a good reason and a treatment to get rid of the unwanted hair. Your friend, vinnie</p>
Sat, 24 Feb 2001 02:10:08 +0000vinnycomment 492477 at http://csn.cancer.orgRE: I am becoming a werewolfhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-492476
<p>Thanks so much for your input. The Onco said it was from the lack of Estrogen since the first round of chemo permanently killed my ovaries. I just got back from my first of what will be many electrolysis appointments. I just decided I would not just live with it! You guys are awesome!</p>
Fri, 23 Feb 2001 21:08:14 +0000wensuecomment 492476 at http://csn.cancer.orgRE: I am becoming a werewolfhttp://csn.cancer.org/node/135689#comment-492475
<p>Hi, well my case is quit different. I have not had radiation or chemo but a few days ago I noticed fuzzy hair growing around my incision. It is at the end of the incision closest under my arm but seems to far away to be regular underarm hair. Now how weird is that? Needless to say I am not impressed, it is really quit embarrasing. Hope you all have a great day. Judy</p>
Fri, 23 Feb 2001 05:08:23 +0000judydcomment 492475 at http://csn.cancer.org